Senatorial Scallop
Mimachlamys sanguinea
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–610 m
- Max size: 8 cm
This scallop anchors itself by tough byssal threads to coral, rock and rubble lying on soft sediment, mostly in shallow water. It can be abundant in sandy coralline areas and reaches about eight centimetres, holding fast even as an adult rather than swimming free.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Mollusca › Bivalvia › Pectinida › Pectinidae › Mimachlamys
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 393737.
FAQ
- How deep does the Senatorial Scallop live?
- The Senatorial Scallop (Mimachlamys sanguinea) is typically found at 0–610 m.
- How big does the Senatorial Scallop get?
- The Senatorial Scallop grows to about 8 cm.